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Eastside - Happy Duck House restaurant
6.6

Happy Duck House

  • Eastside
  • $$$
  • Chinese
  • Upscale
  • Food
    great
  • Vibe
    awful
  • Perks
    okay

Food: Flavorsome delights in modest servings

A visit to Happy Duck House can feel like a culinary roller coaster ride. The top three dishes, the Peking Roasted Duck, Sticky Rice with BBQ Eel, and Ong Choy with Bean Curd, are said to be incredibly flavorsome and memorable. The creativity, taste, and freshness of the dishes are applauded, painting a delectable picture. However, the modest portions and a sense of overpricing may leave some diners underwhelmed.

  • Great Taste

    Many reviews describe dishes as delicious, flavorful, and unforgettable.

  • Bad Value

    Definitely overpriced, food not as good as expected for many.

Top 3 dishes at Happy Duck House

  1. 1

    Peking Roasted Duck 🏆

    The peking duck offers crispy skin, succulent meat, and authentic flavors.

    Peking Roasted Duck dish
  2. 2

    Sticky Rice with BBQ Eel

    Fresh, tender eel; perfectly prepared and super flavorful.

    Sticky Rice with BBQ Eel dish
  3. 3

    Whole Steamed Black Cod

    The cod is perfectly cooked, soft, silky, and melts in your mouth.

    Whole Steamed Black Cod dish

Vibe: Unwanted intimacy makes for a buzzkill

The vibe sway paints a rather unfavorable picture. The restaurant's ambiance suffers from crushing crowds, making the dining experience somewhat uncomfortable. This makes it unsuitable for date nights, given the jarring noise levels can dampen intimate conversations. Catering more to an older crowd, the lack of modern 'buzz' and trendiness could make this spot less appealing for the Instagram-savvy audience.

  • Negative Buzz

    Not Instagrammable; frequented by older clientele, lacking trendiness.

Perks: Inconveniences get in the way of enjoyment

This abundance of inconveniences dilutes the overall impression. Parking is notoriously tricky, causing exasperation among the visitors. Reservations don't provide a palpable advantage, as some visitors end up waiting despite a reservation. The restaurant struggles to accommodate large groups, while reports of slow service and unfriendly staff are worrisome. As the cherry on top, a singular high chair hardly caters to family dining.

  • Bad For Groups

    Small, crowded space with cramped seating can be uncomfortable for groups.